Senior Software Engineer (Backend)

Canonical is a leading provider of open source software and operating systems, known for its platform, Ubuntu. We are looking for a Senior/Staff/Lead Engineer to join the Launchpad team, responsible for managing open-source development projects. This role involves overseeing a mature, Python-driven system crucial for projects like Ubuntu and ensuring a high-quality, high-velocity environment for open-source contributions.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Influencing design, architecture, and feature decisions across distributed teams for impactful solutions.
• Crafting robust, API-first Python code with unit tests.
• Diagnosing and resolving complex technical challenges, enhancing performance and reliability.
• Mentoring fellow engineers and leading code reviews.
• Collaborating with a globally distributed team of technology experts.

Location: Remote (Riyadh, Saudi Arabia)
Work Conditions: Full-time, remote role based in the EMEA region. Travel internationally 2 to 4 times a year for key internal discussions and events.

Qualifications:

• Strong technical excellence in Python development.
• Experience maintaining large-scale web applications and database management (PostgreSQL a plus).
• Familiarity with integration and operations in distributed environments.
• Knowledge of security considerations in development.
• Understanding of Ubuntu as a development and deployment platform.
• Bachelor's or equivalent in Computer Science, STEM, or a similar field.

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation tailored to location, experience, and performance.
• Performance-driven annual bonus.
• Personal learning and development budget of USD 2,000 per year.
• Annual compensation review and recognition rewards.
• Maternity and paternity leave, along with wellness programs.
• Opportunity for travel and personal development.

Canonical champions diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment to foster innovation and performance within our teams.